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Willow Ridge Wellness & RehabilitationCMS #4554169 citations on this visit
9 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 9 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0550 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Based on observations, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents have a right to a dignified existence for one resident (unidentified resident) of one resident reviewed for resident rights. The facility failed to ensure one staff member was not on the phone while assisting one resident with their meal. This failure could cause residents to have a negative psychosocial outcome.Findings included: Observation on 07/23/2025 at 12:23PM revealed LVN F was on the phone while assisting a resident (unidentified) during lunch. During an interview on 07/24/2025 at 12:29PM LVN F revealed he was on the phone with the doctor while assisting a resident with their meal. He stated it was not okay to be on the phone while assisting residents with their meals. He explained it drew attention away from the resident, they could pick up something they should not put in their mouth, and its disrespectful. He stated he would not have liked it (if he was in the resident's position) and would want the utmost respect. During an interview on 07/24/2025 at 02:03PM with DON revealed while staff assist residents with their meals, she expected staff to sit next to the resident, assist one resident at a time, to make sure they clean and sanitize their hands before assisting each resident. She stated it was not acceptable for staff to be on the phone while assisting a resident. She further stated an in-service was done the month prior regarding the topic. She explained it was not okay for staff to be on the phone because staff would not be giving the resident their full attention, it can be a HIPAA issue, and its not professional; staff should try to find someone else to assist the resident so they can talk to the doctor. She stated the policy was a to not be on the phone in the patient care area. Record review of the facility's policy Resident Rights revised December 2016 reflected: Policy StatementTeam members shall treat all residents with kindness, respect, and dignity.Policy Interpretation and ImplementationFederal and state laws guarantee certain basic rights to all residents of this facility. These rights include the resident's right to:a dignified existencebe treated with respect, kindness, and dignity Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Facility ID: If continuation sheet Page 1 of 10 Event ID: 455416 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 455416 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 07/24/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Willow Ridge Wellness & Rehabilitation 8001 Western Hills Blvd Fort Worth, TX 76108 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0584 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to provide a clean and homelike environment for three of five residential halls (Hall 200, Hall 300, and Hall 400) reviewed for a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment. The facility failed to ensure six air duct registers were free of small black spots, rust, paint chipping and securely fit into ceiling tiles. These failures could place residents at risk for decline in health and decreased quality of life due to living in unclean and non-homelike environment.Findings included: Observation on 07/22/2025 at 10:26AM in Hall 200 revealed: S One ceiling air duct register covered with small black spots. S One ceiling air duct register, with rust and peeled paint chips. Observation on 07/24/2025 at 11:59AM in Hall 300 revealed: S Two ceiling air duct registers covered with small black spots and rust S One ceiling air duct register covered with small black spots Observation on 07/24/2025 at 12:07PM in Hall 400 revealed: S One ceiling air duct register with small black spots in a white ceiling tile with small black spots lining the air duct register. The ceiling air duct register did not securely fit in the ceiling tile. An interview on 07/24/2025 at 01:11PM with the maintenance manager revealed housekeeping was responsible for cleaning the air ducts and maintenance replaces air duct registers. The maintenance manager explained he will talk with staff about maintenance requests, but staff must put in a work order. This surveyor showed the maintenance manager an image of the condition of one air duct register located in Hall 200; he stated that housekeeping would clean the air duct register, but maintenance would replace the air duct register based on its dirty appearance. The maintenance manager stated the substance on the air duct was not black mold, but it may be mold or dirt. The maintenance manager discussed that to resolve the problem with the air duct registers, he would replace them. An interview on 07/24/2025 at 01:45PM with the housekeeping manager revealed housekeeping staff was responsible for maintaining cleanliness of the air duct registers and maintenance replaces air duct registers. The housekeeping manager stated housekeeping staff cleaned resident rooms every day. She expected the air duct registers to be checked daily; if housekeepers see an issue, they inform her or nurses so a maintenance work order can be placed. The housekeeping manager stated housekeeping staff will check all air duct registers and make a list of the ones that need replaced. During an interview on 07/24/2025 at 02:03PM with the DON revealed room rounds are done to check the condition each room. The DON stated that she had not checked air duct registers. This surveyor showed the DON an image of the condition of one air duct register located in Hall 200, and she stated she will now check the air duct registers closely. She stated she would report the condition of the air duct register to housekeeping to have it cleaned. The DON stated clean air duct registers are important because resident rooms should be homelike, and so that the residents stay healthy and don't have issues because of a dirty air duct register. Record review of the facility policy Homelike Environment revised February 2021 reflected: Policy Statement Residents are provided with a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment and encouraged to use their personal belongings to the extent possible. Policy Interpretation and Implementation. The community team members and management maximize, to the extent possible, the characteristics of the community that reflect a personalized, homelike setting. These characteristics include: a. clean, sanitary and orderly environment. Event ID: Facility ID: 455416 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 10 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 455416 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 07/24/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Willow Ridge Wellness & Rehabilitation 8001 Western Hills Blvd Fort Worth, TX 76108 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0656 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident to meet a resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs in order attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable well-being for one resident (Resident #54) of seven residents reviewed for care plans. The facility failed to complete care plans addressing Resident #54's behavior of picking and scratching at wounds on her arm, or her skin condition. This failure could affect residents by placing them at risk for not receiving care and services to meet their needs.Findings included: Review of Resident #54's face sheet, dated 07/22/25, reflected she was an [AGE] year-old female, admitted on [DATE], with diagnoses which atopic neurodermatitis (a type of eczema which causes intense itching, leading to thick, leathery patches of skin), stroke affecting her left side, and anxiety disorder. Review of Resident #54's admission MDS assessment, dated 06/17/25, reflected she was usually able to understand others, and was usually able to be understood. She had a BIMS score of 13, indicating intact cognition. The document reflected no concerns regarding her mood, mental status, or behavior. Resident #54 used a wheelchair, and had one-sided impairment. While Resident #54 was noted to be at risk for skin breakdown, no skin issues were noted in the document. Review of Resident #54's Medication Administration Records and Treatment Administration Record from her admission on [DATE] through 06/22/25 reflected no orders having to do with the care of the resident's skin problem on her arms, or her behavior of picking and scratching. Review of Resident #54's order summary, dated 07/24/25, reflected an order for Triple Antibiotic External Ointment (Neomycin- Bacitracin-Polymyxin) Apply to Left outer elbow topically two times a day for Skin tear, started on 07/23/25. Review of Resident #54's care plans reflected the following:- The resident has an ADL self-care performance deficit r/t Date Initiated: 06/04/2025 The resident will maintain current level of function in [sic] through the review date. Date Initiated: 06/04/2025 Revision on: 07/22/2025 Target Date: 09/18/2025 BATHING/SHOWERING: Check nail length and trim and clean on bath day and as necessary. Report any changes to the nurse. Date Initiated: 06/04/2025 (.) PERSONAL HYGIENE: The resident requires (SPECIFY assistance) by (X) staff with personal hygiene and oral care. Date Initiated: 06/04/2025- The resident has potential/actual impairment to skin integrity of the (SPECIFY location) r/t Date Initiated: 06/04/2025- The resident will maintain or develop clean and intact skin by the review date. Date Initiated: 06/04/2025 Revision on: 07/22/2025 Target Date: 09/18/2025 Educate resident/family/caregivers of causative factors and measures to prevent skin injury. Date Initiated: 06/04/2025 Identify/document potential causative factors and eliminate/resolve where possible. Date Initiated: 06/04/2025 Pad bed rails, wheelchair arms or any other source of potential injury if possible. Date Initiated: 06/04/2025 An interview and observation on 07/22/25 at 10:51 AM with Resident #54 revealed her to be alert, and sitting in her wheelchair in her room. Resident #54 had two round scabbed areas, surrounded by flaky skin (approximately the size of a dime, including the flaky areas), and a vaguely rectangular spot of open skin approximately a centimeter and a half wide, and three centimeters long, appearing like the skin had been scraped off. When asked about the sores on her arm, the resident started to scratch and pick at one of the round areas, and explained she was a picker and that she fell at home, before she came to the facility, and scraped a bunch of skin off. She said it never healed all the way, because she constantly scratched and picked at them. Resident #54 said they would get better, then get bad again, because she could not leave them alone. She said the facility had wrapped her arm, to help her remember to leave the wounds alone, but it itched so she took it off. She did not remember if they had tried anything else. She (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 455416 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 10 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 455416 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 07/24/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Willow Ridge Wellness & Rehabilitation 8001 Western Hills Blvd Fort Worth, TX 76108 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0656 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few said she was not upset by the sores, and she had always been a picker. An interview on 07/23/25 at 2:59 PM with RN A revealed she thought Resident #54 had problems with her skin on her arm when she was admitted . She said it would heal, then she would pick and scratch at it, and it would open up again. She said they wrapped her arm sometimes to discourage her from picking it, but she took the wrap off. An interview on 07/23/25 at 3:18 PM with CNA B revealed he was not sure how long Resident #54 had the problem with her skin on her arm, but he remembered that it was an on-going issue with her, and it got better, then it got worse again. An interview and observation on 07/24/25 at 10:14 AM with Resident #54 revealed the open wound on her arm appeared to be missing more skin than on previous observation, and she was actively scratching her arm when the surveyor entered the room. Her arm, in the area of the wound, had developed some redness (a possible sign of infection.) She was wearing a fabric sling on her left arm. She said she thought it was to keep her from scratching, but she did not like it, because it hurt her neck, and gave her a headache. She said the nurse said it looked like the open sore might be getting infected, so she called the doctor about it. An interview on 07/24/25 at 10:16 AM with the DON revealed she knew they had been addressing Resident #54's arm, and she thought they tried a sleeve before, but the resident did not like it because she felt like it was squeezing the top of her arm, and took it off, just like she took off the wraps. She felt the resident also simply did not like being unable to pick at her sore. She said they had called the Nurse Practitioner about the issue and would continue to try different things. She said the resident was able to communicate well with them, and she thought they would be able to find something that worked. An interview on 07/25/25 at 10:20 AM with ADON C revealed she was the person who had been working with Resident #54 about her arm. She said the sling was not to keep her from scratching, but because she could not hold that arm up, and she would let it hang outside her power wheelchair, and run into doorways and walls with it, re-opening the wound on her arm. They hoped the sling would help her keep her arm pulled up. She did say the resident complained about it putting pressure on her neck, so she moved the strap to the edge of her shoulder, and asked if they could try it there, so it would not push on her neck. The ADON said she noticed that morning that it looked like it might be getting infected, so she called the Nurse Practitioner. An interview on 07/24/25 at 1:42 PM with MDS revealed she wrote the care plans under the direction of the DON, since she was an LVN. She said she updated them upon completion of the MDS assessments, but the acute care plans were mostly done by the DON or ADON, and if something came up between the MDS assessments, they usually took care of those care plans. She said the behavior of picking at skin and causing open wounds should be care planned. MDS said the point of the care plans was for everyone to be on the same page about resident care. An interview on 07/24/25 at 1:55 PM with ADON C revealed the ADON role was new to her, and she had only been doing it for about six weeks, so she was still learning the job duties. She said she had not, at the time of the interview, been informed that writing care plans was one of her duties, and she had not reviewed them. She said the reason individualized care plans were important was to make sure the residents were getting care that was specialized for them. An interview on 07/24/25 at 2:02 PM with the DON revealed Resident #54 had not had the problem with her skin the entire time, but she did have a behavior of scratching and picking, and that should have been care-planned. She was not aware that Resident #54's care plan was not individualized. She said MDS was overall responsible for making sure care plans were accurate and updated, and was the one who reviewed them before the DON signed them. She said she signed them for completion, but not accuracy. An interview on 07/25/25 at 2:51 PM with the Administrator revealed the IDT was responsible for keeping the care plans updated and individualized. She said the risk of them not being kept up to date and not being individualized was (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 455416 If continuation sheet Page 4 of 10 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 455416 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 07/24/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Willow Ridge Wellness & Rehabilitation 8001 Western Hills Blvd Fort Worth, TX 76108 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0656 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete that the residents might not get the services they needed. Review of the facility policy Care Plans, Comprehensive Person-Centered, revised December 2016, reflected Policy Statement: A comprehensive, person-centered care plan that includes measurable objectives and timetables to meet the resident's physical, psychosocial and functional needs is developed and implemented for each resident. Policy Interpretation and Implementation: l. The Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), in conjunction with the resident and his/her family or legal representative, develops and implements a comprehensive, person-centered care plan for each resident. 2. The care plan interventions are derived from a thorough analysis of the information gathered as part of the comprehensive assessment. (.) 7. The care planning process will: (.) b. Include an assessment of the resident's strengths and needs; (.) 8. The comprehensive, person-centered care plan will:a. Include measurable objectives and timeframes; b. Describe the services that are to be furnished to attain or maintain the resident 's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being; c. Describe services that would otherwise be provided for the above, but are not provided due to the resident exercising his or her rights, including the right to refuse treatment; (.) g. Incorporate identified problem areas; (.) h. Incorporate risk factors associated with identified problems; 1. Build on the resident's strengths; J. Reflect the resident's expressed wishes regarding care and treatment goals; k. Reflect treatment goals, timetables and objectives in measurable outcomes; I. Identify the professional services that arc responsible for each element of care; m. Aid in preventing or reducing decline in the resident's functional status and/or functional levels; (.) o. Reflect currently recognized standards of practice for problem areas and conditions. (.) 10. Identifying problem areas and their causes, and developing interventions that are targeted and meaningful to the resident, are the endpoint of an interdisciplinary process. (.) 11. Care plan interventions are chosen only after careful data gathering, proper sequencing of events, careful consideration of the relationship between the resident's problem areas and their causes, and relevant clinical decision making. a. When possible, interventions address the underlying source(s) of the problem area(s), not just addressing only symptoms or triggers. (.) 12. The comprehensive, person-centered care plan is developed within seven (7) days of the completion of the required comprehensive assessment (.). 13. Assessments of residents are ongoing and care plans are revised as information about the residents and the residents' conditions change Event ID: Facility ID: 455416 If continuation sheet Page 5 of 10 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 455416 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 07/24/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Willow Ridge Wellness & Rehabilitation 8001 Western Hills Blvd Fort Worth, TX 76108 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0689 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that the resident environment remained free of accident hazards as is possible for 1 (Resident #42) of 15 residents and 6 residents on the south suits hall reviewed for accidents and hazards in that; 1. Resident #42 had an electrical extension cord and a multiple receptacle plug-in adaptor in his room.2. The facility failed to secure the exit door at the end of south suites hall. This failure could place residents at risk of harm due to wondering or elopement.1. Record review of Resident #42's face sheet, dated 07/22/25, reflected he was a [AGE] year-old man, admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of stroke, depression, uncontrolled blood sugar, hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infraction affecting the left non-dominant side (this is the paralysis and numbness after a stroke on the left side), limited mobility, and age related nuclear cataract in both eyes ( this is the clouding and yellowing of the lens in the eyes causing blurred vision). Record review of Resident #42's quarterly MDS assessment, dated 06/05/25, reflected Resident #42 had a BIMS score of 15, indicating that he was cognitively intact. Resident #42 had a clear speech and was able to understand others and was understood by others. Resident #42. Resident #42's range of motion was impaired on one side of his upper body and lower body. He was able to feed herself with only moderate assistance from staff (helper does less than half the effort.) He was always continent of bowel and bladder. Review of Resident #42's care plan, 06/26/25, reflected the following:Problem: Resident #42 barricaded himself in the room to keep staff out, he was agitated with having a roommate and smashing into front sliding doors causing damage.Goal: Resident #42 would have fewer episodes of behaviors through the next review date. Interventions: -Intervene as necessary to protect the rights and safety of others. Approach/Speak in a calm manner. Divert attention. Remove from situation and take to alternate location as needed.-Monitor behavior episodes and attempt to determine underlying cause. Consider location, time of day, persons involved, and situations. Document behavior and potential causes. In an observation and interview on 07/22/23 at 10:40 AM, it was revealed that Resident #42 was in his room seated in a motorized wheelchair, he had a laptop and multiple cords under his bed. There was a standard wall dual outlet plate on the wall by his headboard and plugged into the wall outlet was a four-outlet adapter extender plugged into the wall and the adapter had four long cables plugged into it including a white extension cord with a flexible cable that had a plug on one end and a two-pong outlet on the other end. Resident #42 said all the staff were aware he had the adaptor and extension cords. He said the facility had talked to him a few months ago that the cords were a tripping hazard, but he did not agree the cords were a tripping hazard because he got assistance from staff to get up from his bed to the wheelchair and back. Interview with the housekeeper on 07/24/25 at 10:55 AM, revealed that she cleaned Resident #42's room and she said he had too many cords in his room which made it difficult to clean his floors. She said she did not report the extension cord because she thought he was allowed. She said she had not received any in-service on extension cords and power strips but that she was aware they were a fire hazard. In an interview with maintenance personnel on 07/24/25 at 11:02 AM, revealed different management personnel were assigned and designated to monitor different areas of the facility and during a rounding a few weeks ago it had come to his attention that Resident #42 had an extension card in his room. He said he had notified the nursing department including ADM about Resident #42 having an extension cord. He said Resident #42 did not like him, so he did not go into his room unless it was to fix something. He said nursing was responsible for monitoring residents' rooms and if something needed to be fixed, they would notify maintenance, but he was not allowed to (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 455416 If continuation sheet Page 6 of 10 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 455416 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 07/24/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Willow Ridge Wellness & Rehabilitation 8001 Western Hills Blvd Fort Worth, TX 76108 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0689 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete remove or search residents' belongings. He said space heaters, electric blankets, power cords, and extension cords were not allowed in the facility. He said these items were a fire hazard and could start a fire. In an interview with DON on 07/24/25 at 2:02 PM, it was revealed the ADON's were responsible for room rounds on different hallways however the two ADON's were new and had not yet been assigned the responsibilities of room rounds. She said the nursing staff was responsible for monitoring the residents' rooms and reporting issues to the necessary departments. She said the staff were having a difficult time with Resident #42 because he did not allow them to touch anything in his room. She said he usually refused to have his room cleaned as well. She said the risk of using an extension cord was it could start a fire. In an interview with ADM on 07/24/25 at 3:00 PM, it was revealed she was not aware that Resident #42 had an extension cord prior to today. She said she had removed and stored the extension cord in her safe after discovering it today. She said she filed a grievance for Resident #42 regarding the power cord because he was very upset when it was taken from him. She said the issue will be addressed in Resident #42's care conference next week and the ombudsman had been informed of the incident. She said the expectation was that when something was discovered during room rounds it was discussed between the department heads to come up with a solution. She said the risk of using an extension cord in the room was that it was a safety issue. Record review of facility policy titled Items Prohibited in Resident Rooms undated reflected. No electrical appliances or extension cords. No cooking or ironing equipment, electric blankets, heaters, etc. 2. In an observation on 07/23/2025 at 2:49 PM reflected, the exit door at the Suites south hall was ajar and the door alarm was turned off with no staff present in the hallway. In an interview with ADON on 07/23/2025 at 2:51 PM stated she did not know why the door was left ajar or who left the door open but she would call maintenance. In an observation and interview with Maintenance Director on 07/23/2025 at 2:55 PM reflected, he drove up to the south side of the building entered through the unlocked door, subsequently, secured the door and resent the alarm. He stated the door was unlocked to allow the plumber access to the hall to repair a resident's toilet. In an interview with DON on 07/23/2025 at 3:00 PM reflected, all residents were accounted for in the building. In an interview with Maintenance Director on 07/24/2025 at 1:04 PM, he stated the plumber came in and the maintenance assistant unlocked the door to allow the plumber easy access to the room on that hall. He stated the maintenance assistant was called away to the secure unit and he left the door unlocked. He stated the door led to a back street and the risk of not watching the door there was a chance a resident could go into the street. In an interview with maintenance assistant on 07/24/2025 at 1:40 PM reflected he was called away to help with an issue in the secure unit. He stated he propped the door open (not fully open but ajar) and he told one of the nurses to watch the door (he was unable to tell or point out the nurse he asked to watch the door). He stated the risk was the residents could get out and walk away. In an interview with DON on 07/24/2025 at 2:22 PM reflected we are not supposed to have the door open, when we have issues with securing the doors we have someone stand guard for the safety of the residents. In an interview with ADMIN on 07/24/2025 at 3:04 PM reflected her expectation was for maintenance to remain at the door to make sure the door was secure for resident safety. She stated she did not have a policy regarding unsecure doors. Event ID: Facility ID: 455416 If continuation sheet Page 7 of 10 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 455416 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 07/24/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Willow Ridge Wellness & Rehabilitation 8001 Western Hills Blvd Fort Worth, TX 76108 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0812 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Many Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food safety in the facility's only kitchen observed for food safety. The facility failed to ensure the stand-by refrigerator free of personal food itemsThe facility failed to ensure the walk-in refrigerator food items were dated, labeled and securely stored.The facility failed to ensure the walk-in freezer food items were dated, labeled and securely stored.The facility failed to ensure the dry storage food items were dated, labeled and securely stored.The facility failed to ensure that canned good food items were free of dents.The facility failed to ensure that dishwashing protocol was followed.The facility failed to ensure that prepared foods were held correctly and maintained safe temperatures. These failures could place residents at risk for foodborne illnesses.Findings included: Observation on 07/22/2025 at 09:03AM of the walk-in refrigerator revealed the following:Deli sandwiches dated 7/21/25 in an unsealed plastic bag and no use by date.Unsealed plastic bag of lettuce in a box dated 7/14 and no use by date.Unsealed plastic bag of sausage patties, with no label and no use by date.Open package of turkey deli meat, with no use by date.A saran wrapped piece of unsliced deli meat, with no label of the type of deli meat and no use by date.A saran wrapped block of slice cheese dated 7/20/25, with no label of the type of cheese and no use by date.Brown gravy in a metal pan with a lid, dated 7/20/25 and shelf life 7/27/2025. The lid loosely covered the pan and did not securely seal the gravy. An interview on 07/22/2025 at 09:07AM the DM stated guess not when asked if the gravy was properly sealed and proceeded to discard the gravy. Observation on 07/22/2025 at 09:09AM of the walk-in freezer revealed an unsealed bag of frozen lima beans. Observation on 07/22/2025 at 09:12AM of the dry storage closet revealed the following:A can of peach slices with a hole puncture and yellow-orange liquid on the bottom of the can.An open bag of grits dated 7-.3-2.A large container labeled Yellow Corn, with no date.A large container labeled Bread Crumbs dated 2/6/25, with no use by date.A large container labeled Dry Cereal, with no opened on or use by date and label the cereal type.A large container labeled Honey Nut Rings, with no opened on or use by date. An interview on 07/22/2025 at 09:18 AM with the DM revealed she was not aware of the puncture on the canned good of peaches. She explained that punctured and dented canned goods can lead to the risk of rust and contamination and the residents can get sick as a result of eating the foods. The DM stated she expected every food item to be dated and labeled when received. She further stated opened food items were supposed to be in Ziploc bags, with the date the food item was opened, and a use by date. She explained the importance of dating, labeling, and sealing foods was so the staff know if foods were safe to use after opening and to avoid contamination because residents can get sick. Observation on 07/23/2025 at 11:21AM upon reentry to the kitchen revealed the following:An uncovered tray of breadsticks on the steam table.Peanut butter pie sitting on meal trays. Observation on 07/23/2025 at 11:40AM of lunch food temperature check revealed the following:The temperature of the peanut butter pie was 64 F.Cook A was observed washing a strainer using the 3-compartment sink. [NAME] A proceed to wash the strainer in the 1st compartment. In the 2nd compartment, [NAME] A turned on the faucet and rinsed the strainer with running water. The cook then sat the strainer out to air-dry. An interview on 07/23/2025 at 11:45 AM with the DM revealed that the temperature for cold foods should be 41 F. She proceeded to substitute the dessert with ice cream because the holding temperature was above 41 F. She stated cold foods can be held on ice to maintain appropriate temperatures before being placed on trays. The DM stated food not covered exposes them to contamination. An interview on 07/23/2025 at 11:54 AM with [NAME] A revealed the cook does utilize the 3-compartment sink to clean (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 455416 If continuation sheet Page 8 of 10 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 455416 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 07/24/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Willow Ridge Wellness & Rehabilitation 8001 Western Hills Blvd Fort Worth, TX 76108 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0812 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Many dishes. [NAME] A stated dishes are to be washed, rinsed, and then sanitized the dishes in the 3-compartment sink. She explained the 3rd compartment was to be used for sanitizing dishes; the sink was filled with the sanitizing solution and the solution was tested using a chemical test strip. [NAME] A stated she did wash the strainer and it was clean. At this time the DM intervened and stated the strainer was not cleaned based on the policy for 3-compartment sink use for sanitizing dishes in quaternary ammonia. Record review of the facility's Food Storage policy, dated 2018 reflected: Policy: To ensure that all food served by the facility is of good quality and safe for consumption, all food will be stored according to the state, federal and US Food Codes and HACCP guidelines. Procedure:1. Dry storage rooms.d. To ensure freshness, store opened and bilk items in tightly covered containers. All containers must be labeled and dated.2. Refrigerators.d. Date, label and tightly seal all refrigerated foods using clean, nonabsorbent, covered containers that are approved for food storage.3. Freezers.e. Store frozen foods in moisture-proof wrap or containers that are labeled and dated. Record review of the facility's Kitchen Sanitation to Prevent the Spread of Viral Illness policy, dated revised 8/17/20 reflected: Policy: The Nutrition and Foodservice employees of the facility will practice good sanitation practices in accordance with the state and US Food Codes in order to minimize the risk of cross contamination and potential illness such as influenza and COVID 19.Procedure:3. Employees should follow general sanitation guidelines from the CDC and food code when working in the NFS department.g. Ware Washinga. In order to ensure that all dishware is appropriately cleaned and sainted, the dish machine and 3 compartment sink must be operated at the appropriate temperature and temperature level. This should be monitored by staff and the dietary manager as per the facility policy. If the machine is not operating at the appropriate levels, dishware may be contaminated and could spread illness throughout the facility. Record review of the facility's Manual Cleaning and Sanitizing of Utensils and Portable Equipment policy, dated approved October 1 2018 reflected: Policy: The facility will follow the cleaning and sanitizing requirements of the state and US Food codes for manual cleaning in order to ensure that all utensils and equipment are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized to minimize risk of food hazards.Procedure: .6. In the first sink, immerse the equipment or utensils in a hot, clean detergent solution at a temperature of no less than 120 F.7. Rinse in the second sink using clear, clean water between 120 F and 140 F to remove all traces of food, debris, and detergent.8. Sanitize all multi-use eating and drinking utensils and the food-contact surfaces of other equipment in the third compartment by .:b. Immerse for at least 60 seconds in a clean sanitizing solution containing: .iii. The concentration and contact time for quaternary ammonium impounds shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's label and direction. Record review of the U.S. FDA Food Code 2022 reflected: 3-501.16 Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. (A) Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under S3-501.19, and except as specified under (B) and in (C) of this section, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD shall be maintained: (1) At 57 C (135 F) or above. (2) At 5 C (41 F) or less. 3-602.11 Food Labels. (A) FOOD PACKAGED in a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT, shall be labeled as specified in LAW, including 21 CFR 101 Food labeling, and 9 CFR 317 Labeling, marking devices, and containers.3-302.12 Food Storage Containers, Identified with Common Name of Food: Except for containers holding FOOD that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be identified with the common name of the food. Section 3-501.17 . Commercial processed food: Open and hold cold . B . 1. The day the original container is opened in the food establishment shall be counted as Day (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 455416 If continuation sheet Page 9 of 10 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 455416 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 07/24/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Willow Ridge Wellness & Rehabilitation 8001 Western Hills Blvd Fort Worth, TX 76108 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0812 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Many FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete 1. 2. The day or date marked by the food establishment may not exceed a manufacturer's use-by date if the manufacturer determined the use-by date based on food safety . C. 2. Marking the date or day of preparation, with a procedure to discard the food on or before the last date or day by which the food must be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded as specified under (A) of this section. 3. Marking the date or day the original container is opened in a food establishment, with a procedure to discard the food on or before the last date or day by which the food must be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded as specified under (B) of this section. Definitions 3 . Food Receiving and Storage - When food, food products or beverages are delivered to the nursing home, facility staff must inspect these items for safe transport and quality upon receipt and ensure their proper storage, keeping track of when to discard perishable foods and covering, labeling, and dating all PHF/TCS foods stored in the refrigerator or freezer as indicated.4-501.114 Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization - Temperature, pH, Concentration, and Hardness .A chemical SANITIZER used in a SANITIZING solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under 4-703.11(C) shall meet the criteria specified under 7-204.11 Sanitizers, Criteria, shall be used in accordance with the EPA-registered label use instructions, P and shall be used as follows:. (C) A quaternary ammonium compound solution shall: (1) Have a minimum temperature of 24oC (75oF), P (2) Have a concentration as specified under S 7-204.11 and as indicated by the manufacturer's use directions included in the labeling. Event ID: Facility ID: 455416 If continuation sheet Page 10 of 10

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Citations

9 citations recorded*CMS

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0550GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F550 - Resident Rights

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

  • 0584GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F584 - Safe Environment

    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

  • 0656GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F656 - Comprehensive Care Plans

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  • 0689GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F689 - Accidents

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  • 0812GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    F812 - Food safety requirements

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

  • 0026GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

  • 0321GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

  • 0372GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

  • 0761GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    F761 - Labeling of Drugs and Biologicals

    To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

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What happened during the July 24, 2025 survey of Willow Ridge Wellness & Rehabilitation?

This was a inspection survey of Willow Ridge Wellness & Rehabilitation on July 24, 2025. The surveyor cited 9 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at Willow Ridge Wellness & Rehabilitation on July 24, 2025?

Yes, 9 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her right..."

What type of survey was this?

This was a inspection survey conducted by state surveyors under federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) oversight. Findings are published on CMS Care Compare.

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